How To Fix PSSC_GROSS239 - Sum of amounts is negative between &1 and &2, for decision unit &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_GROSS - Gross Entitlement and Payment

• Message number: 239

• Message text: Sum of amounts is negative between &1 and &2, for decision unit &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_GROSS239 - Sum of amounts is negative between &1 and &2, for decision unit &3 ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_GROSS239 indicates that there is an issue with the sum of amounts being negative for a specified decision unit within a given range. This typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules where amounts are expected to be positive, such as in profit and loss statements, cost center accounting, or similar financial reports.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect data entries in the system, such as negative amounts being entered where only positive amounts are expected.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the decision unit or the related financial structures may not be set up correctly, leading to unexpected negative sums.
  Posting Errors: Transactions may have been posted incorrectly, resulting in negative balances where they should not exist.
  Timing Issues: If the data is being processed for a specific period, there may be timing issues where transactions from different periods are being summed incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Data Entries: Check the entries for the specified decision unit and the amounts between the specified ranges (&1 and &2). Look for any negative values that should not be there.
  Correct Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the decision unit is correct. This may involve checking the settings in the controlling area or the relevant financial modules.
  Audit Transactions: Review the transactions that have been posted to the decision unit. Look for any erroneous postings that could lead to a negative sum.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling this error message.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or S_ALR_87013611 (Cost Centers: Actual/Plan/Variance) to analyze the data related to the decision unit.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.